Waiver of Immunity for Georgios Kyrtsos

Summary

The European Parliament decided to waive the immunity of MEP Georgios Kyrtsos to allow criminal proceedings in Greece regarding unpaid state debts related to his private company.
10 02.10.2018
Other
criminal law
european union
parliamentary immunity

Key points

  • The Greek Prosecutor General requested the waiver of immunity for Georgios Kyrtsos to allow criminal proceedings.
  • The case involves alleged unpaid debts to the State totaling approximately 627,752 euros.
  • The allegations are linked to his former role as a manager in a private publishing company.
  • The Parliament determined that the charges have no connection to his official duties or political activities as an MEP.
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